3580: Rest and Recovery by Chris Guillebeau on Productivity and Long-Term Success

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Episode 3580:

Chris Guillebeau explores the often-overlooked power of intentional rest as a crucial element of productivity and long-term success. By reframing rest as a proactive strategy rather than a reward or weakness, he offers a refreshing approach to avoiding burnout and sustaining creative energy.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/rest-and-recovery/

Quotes to ponder:

"Rest is not a reward for hard work; it’s part of the work itself."

"When we plan for rest and recovery in advance, we make better decisions and live better lives."

"Rest is a strategy. It’s a way to gain clarity, increase your creative energy, and avoid burnout."

Episode references:

Essentialism: https://gregmckeown.com/books/essentialism

Atomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits

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